Kevin vs Oliver

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English Irish American German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#196
Total SSA Count
1,822
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kev

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kevin Rank #196
Oliver Rank #3

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #196 for Kevin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kevin ___

  • Kevin James
  • Kevin Michael
  • Kevin Patrick
  • Kevin Thomas
  • Kevin Daniel
  • Kevin Joseph

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kevin

Brian Patrick Ryan Megan Erin

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kevin or Oliver more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Oliver mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Kevin and Oliver boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Oliver is primarily a boy name.

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